Lesson Plan
Emotional Armor Lesson Plan
Parents will understand what emotional armor is, why it forms, and how it impacts family connections, and they will learn practical strategies to gently remove it for authentic parent-child relationships.
Emotional armor can block open communication and trust. By identifying and dismantling these defenses, parents can foster emotional safety, deepen bonds, and model vulnerability for their children.
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Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Understanding Emotional Armor
10 minutes
Step 3
Self-Reflection Activity
5 minutes
Step 4
Guided Practice
7 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Next Steps
3 minutes

Slide Deck
Emotional Armor Unveiled
What Is Emotional Armor?
Why Do We Develop Emotional Armor?
Common Types of Emotional Armor
Linking Armor to Emotions
Self-Reflection Activity
Guided Practice: Role-Play
Reflection & Next Steps
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